“Missouri communities were hit hard this month with ice and winter storms that strained local government very early in the season,” said Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt. “I appreciate the president’s quick response to my request for new resources to help with our recovery from the devastation we encountered.”

According to Scott Stanzel, the White House’s deputy press secretary, Michael L.
Parker was named coordinating officer for federal recovery operations in the affected area by R. David Paulison, FEMA administrator.

Meanwhile, Blunt’s office said 10 preliminary damage assessment teams have identified more than $28.4 million in damages to public infrastructure in the 42 counties. The disaster public assistance program will reimburse jurisdictions for their eligible emergency protective actions, repairs, or replacement of damaged infrastructure and debris clearance.

FEMA said damage surveys are continuing in other areas, and additional counties may be designated for assistance after the assessments are fully completed.

Neosho Daily News

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